1956 AC Ace vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 1960 Ginetta G4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 449 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
| Make | AC | Ginetta |
| Model | Ace | G4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 23 L |
